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MINIMISING SOCIAL IMPACTS
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MINIMISING SOCIAL IMPACTSEnsure the interests of communities affected by tourism are protected (PPG21, para 3.13) Tourism developments should be a positive contribution to the host community (Good Practice Guide on Planning for Tourism. ODPM 2006, para 5.8). The views of the local community (including local / affected businesses) should fully be taken into account at the earliest possible stage when devising proposals / strategies for tourism developments (Good Practice Guide on Planning for Tourism. ODPM 2006, para 4.2) Tourism attractions should be accessible to all (RSS Policy W7). When devising policies/strategies local authorities should develop and maintain a thorough dialogue with representatives of the tourism industry (Good Practice Guide on Planning for Tourism. ODPM 2006, para 4.1). In identifying where to locate new areas of open space, sports and recreational facilities, local authorities should consider the recreational needs of visitors and tourists (PPG17, para 20[xi]). Planning authorities should ensure that particular sectors of the population are not discouraged from using the attraction when it is completed (Good Practice Guide on Planning for Tourism. ODPM 2006, para 5.2). MINIMISING ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTSThe impact of tourism on the environment should be minimised (PPG21, para 4.11). New tourism developments should protect and enhance the visual quality of the site and its surroundings, to ensure that the development fits in well with its environment (Good Practice Guide on Planning for Tourism, para 5.11). New tourism developments should protect and improve biodiversity (Good Practice Guide on Planning for Tourism, para 5.11). Increase the benefit tourism can bring to conservation (PPG21, para 4.11). New tourism developments should achieve small-scale improvements to sustainability, for example by recycling waste, using renewable energy and sourcing produce and materials locally (Good Practice Guide on Planning for Tourism, para 5.11). Long term goal: Develop a Tourism Biodiversity Action Plan which will identify and monitor the impact of tourism on species. For instance monitor increases in driving, noise pollution, transport, increased energy consumption, pollution, new developments (Maximising Tourism Potential: A Vision for Salford’s Tourism Strategy, p.30). Plans and strategies should ensure that tourism attractions help to relieve pressure on locations vulnerable to the impacts of climate change (RSS Policy W7). Plans and strategies should ensure that tourism attractions promote eco-tourism in areas of high natural value in a way that minimises any adverse effect on the natural assets that visitors seek to experience (RSS Policy W7) TOURISM, EMPLOYMENT AND THE ECONOMY (Also see Employment)Maximise the economic benefits of tourism through tourism growth and development (PPG21, para 3.10; 3.13) The economic growth potential of tourism in Salford should be exploited particularly in relation to Salford’s historic environment, and cultural and creative industries (Moving Forward: The Northern Way. First Growth Strategy Report, para 1.5) (North West’s Historic Environment: Making it Count, p.2)(A Cultural Strategy for Salford 2002-2006, p. 14). Business tourism should be developed as it is currently an underdeveloped market (North West Regional Economic Strategy, p.46). By 2008, improve the productivity of the tourism, creative and leisure industries (DCMS PSA4 cited Securing the future – UK Government sustainable development strategy, p.170) (The Strategy for Tourism in England’s Northwest, p.3). Maximise tourism benefits through training, education and employment (PPG21, para 3.10) (Worsley Tourism Strategy, p. 17). A priority for tourism development is to improve value for money (PPG21, para 3.10). Continue to increase the number of people employed in tourism (PPG21, para 3.13)(The Strategy for Tourism in England’s Northwest, p.3) Aim for 80% of Salford’s tourism sector employees to live in Salford (Maximising Tourism Potential: A Vision for Salford’s Tourism Strategy, p.3). Increase the number of workers aged 50+ and unemployed people in Salford’s tourism sector (Maximising Tourism Potential: A Vision for Salford’s Tourism Strategy, p.3). Plans, strategies, proposals and schemes should seek to deliver improved economic growth and quality of life, through sustainable tourism activity (RSS Policy W6). PROMOTING TOURISMMarket the tourism throughout the Northwest effectively (The Strategy for Tourism in England’s Northwest, p.4) (Maximising Tourism Potential: A Vision for Salford’s Tourism Strategy, p.3). Local identity should be exploited to maximise tourism (Moving Forward: The Northern Way. First Growth Strategy Report, para 10.9) (Greater Manchester Economic Development Plan 2004/05 – 2006/07, p.22)(Maximising Tourism Potential: A Vision for Salford’s Tourism Strategy, p.38). Improve tourism ‘attack brands’ and ‘signature projects’ (North West Regional Economic Strategy, p.49) (A Strategy for Major Events in England’s North West, p.5). Build upon the ‘Manchester Brand’ to strengthen Salford’s position, but Salford should be identified as a city in its own right (Maximising Tourism Potential: A Vision for Salford’s Tourism Strategy, p.3). The city’s poor image is a key issue to tackle if the tourism industry is to experience success (Maximising Tourism Potential: A Vision for Salford’s Tourism Strategy, p.2) Promote and develop existing cultural venues within the city (A Creative City: Salford’s Strategy for Cultural Development 2002-2006, pg 40). Ensure that Salford maximises the tourism benefit of local, regional, national, and international events (A Creative City: Salford’s Strategy for Cultural Development 2002-2006, pg 40). A potential opening in the tourism market for Salford is to offer overspill accommodation for major events in Leeds and Liverpool, such as the Grand National, with inclusive transport and optional themed activities (Maximising Tourism Potential: A Vision for Salford’s Tourism Strategy, p.49). Download 1.19 Mb. Share with your friends:
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